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Kurma Partners

Paris, France · Invests in Europe · Website

SeedSeries ASeries BHealthcare & BiotechHardware & DevicesBiotech & Life SciencesHealthcare & Digital Health

Thesis

Transforming disruptive European academic research into innovative therapeutics and diagnostics for severe diseases with high unmet medical needs. Operates as a venture builder, co-founding companies ex-nihilo from scientific discoveries and backing established venture-stage biotechs.

Likely not a fit for

No consumer/non-healthcare investments. Does not invest in non-life-science technology sectors.

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
3+ months
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$1.1B
Decision process
Investment Committee

Partners & team

16 contacts on file

TL

Thierry Laugel

General PartnerManaging Partner · Primary contact

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RD

Rémi Droller

General PartnerManaging Partner

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AG

Amanda Gett

PartnerPartner

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BB

Benjamin Belot

PartnerPartner

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AH

Alain Horvais

PartnerPartner

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PN

Peter Neubeck

PartnerPartner

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DP

Daniel Parera

PartnerPartner

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PP

Philippe Peltier

PartnerPartner

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JR

Jean-François Rivassou

PartnerPartner

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HB

Hadrien Bouchez

PartnerPartner

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LA

Laura Achach

AssociateAssociate

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SZ

Samantha Zennou

AssociateAssociate

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FD

Florence de Coorebyter

AssociateAssociate

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AT

Anna Tchorzewska

AssociateAssociate

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MD

Maylis Deschamps

AssociateAssociate

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LR

Louise-Marie Rakotoarison

AssociateAnalyst

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Portfolio

AdcytherixBiotech Life Sciences

Adcytherix is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing next-generation antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to address high unmet medical needs in oncology. The company combines clinically validated targets with innovative payloads derived from approved cancer drugs to tackle cancers resistant to current therapies.

AvidicureBiotech Life Sciences

Avidicure is pioneering an entirely new triple agonistic antibody modality, 'Actibody', designed to safely deliver targeted and potent monotherapy for patients, with broad applicability in oncology and autoimmune diseases.

ElkedoniaBiotech Life Sciences

Elkedonia is a pioneering start-up company committed to transforming the treatment of mental health disorders. Our mission is to develop a new generation of antidepressants that are fast-acting, highly effective, and safe. Our breakthrough approach is based on first-in-class neuroplastogens, which promote neuroplasticity without the side effects of psychedelics and ketamine.

Evidence BioBiotech Life Sciences

Evidence Bio is an innovative biotech company based in Toulouse, France. The company leverages a world-class scientific environment and close collaborations with academic research to translate fundamental discoveries into tangible solutions. Specializing in mucosal disorders, Evidence Bio develops innovative approaches aimed at advancing the understanding of disease pathophysiology and identifying novel therapeutic strategies. Through strong scientific expertise and state-of-the-art technologies

EvlaBioBiotech Life Sciences

EvlaBio is a biotech company focused on the development of a therapy addressing a high unmet medical need in the cardiorenal space, specifically targeting Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH) in chronic kidney disease.

Laigo BioBiotech Life Sciences

Laigo Bio is pioneering a targeted membrane protein degradation platform to address oncology, autoimmune, and inflammatory disorders. Their proprietary SureTAC™ product uniquely leverages the proximity between E3 ligases and specific targets, inducing ubiquitination and subsequent lysosomal degradation.

NuevocorBiotech Life Sciences

Nuevocor is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing novel therapies for patients suffering from life-threatening cardiomyopathies, particularly through a mechanobiology-centered approach.

SciRhomBiotech Life Sciences

SciRhom GmbH is a pioneering biotech enterprise focused on developing first-in-class humanized antibodies against iRhom2 for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.

ArkhnHealthcare Digital

Arkhn Assistant is a generative AI solution designed for healthcare, automating the writing of medical reports and providing quick access to patient information, thereby reducing administrative workload for healthcare professionals.

Ganymed Robotics
HopiaFood Beverage

Crafters of the yummiest authentic & traditional Chinese style hopia, tikoy, and mooncakes in the Philippines since 1966.

OmnidocHealthcare Digital

Omnidoc is a medical collaboration platform that connects healthcare professionals and organizations to exchange opinions, coordinate care, and make informed decisions throughout the patient journey.

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Research briefRead more
Kurma Partners Research Overview Kurma Partners is a leading European venture capital group headquartered in Paris, France (24 rue Royale, 75008 Paris) with an additional office in Munich, Germany. Founded in 2009, the firm has positioned itself as a premier venture builder and investor in the European healthcare and biotechnology ecosystem. As of April 2026, Kurma manages approximately €1 billion

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